Hi, I'm the Wedding Planner at the Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa. Here are some tips and secrets for an unforgettable wedding.

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Your love's soundtracks...

Music fits
into our lives in the most various ways, every special occasion, every memory;
every mood has its very own soundtrack that flips memories onto our heads
whenever played again.

Music will
indeed play a big role during your big
day. Whether you are considering a playlist that includes the songs you love or
a DJ or band that takes the lead on what to perform, here are some tips for you
to consider:

It’s
always a romantic idea to personalize your walk down the aisle with a song that
has a special meaning for the couple, consider one song for the beginning and
another one for your walk back up the aisle, this will help you feel confident
and release your anxiety!

If
you chose to create a playlist make yourself a big
list of everything you'd love to hear at your wedding for every step of the way
— check back every few days in order to make sure the list of songs fits for
what you expect for yourselves and the wedding guests.

Include a good set of
instrumental tunes or slow music to play in the background during cocktail hour
and/or dinner, this works as a nice transition for your loved ones to prepare
before raving about the music!

Wedding waltz was
considered the symbolic first presentation of a young couple as “husband and
wife’. As times have changed, it is now considered as a First Dance, often with
the couple’s favorite song. You can always add a little touch of fun by
starting traditional and then switching to your own style.

Friends
and relatives are always in the mood to participate in unorthodox fun entrances
and surprise first dances or flash mobs, this is a perfect ice-breaker for people to get
together on the days previous to the wedding, and a viewing pleasure for those
who rather watch from their seats.

If
you chose to hire a DJ or band instead of using a playlist make sure you
previously give them an idea on what style you are expecting. Have a 10-list must
playsongs, that should be performed and then they can take it from there,
or explain they should focus on songs that will make it fun for everyone.

When
choosing destination weddings, liven up the venue with local music bands from
the country you are visiting, this is always a great way to celebrate in a
creative manner.